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The South African
7 hours ago
- Health
- The South African
Why ex-Zambian President Edgar Lungu will be buried in Joburg
Ex-President of Zambia, Edgar Lungu, died on 5 June 2025, at the age of 68, while undergoing specialised medical treatment in Pretoria, South Africa. Edgar Lungu's daughter, Tasila Lungu-Mwansa, announced his passing in a video shared on the Patriotic Front's (PF's) official Facebook page. The family and PF have not disclosed the exact cause of death. On 10 March 2015, President Lungu visited Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg, where he commented on his health, according to SABC News Live and Contributing Editor Vuyo Mvoko. If surgery was necessary, he stated that it would take place in Pretoria. A Pretoria hospital admitted him at 22:15 that night. On 11 March 2015, Amos Chanda, who at the time served as the President's Special Assistant to the Press and Public Relations, reported the President's diagnosis of achalasia on the Zambian High Commission website. Achalasia is a rare condition that causes dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), chest pain, and weight loss because the oesophagus (food pipe) becomes too narrow. Drs. Dave Kishore and Dorothy Kasonde, who represent a seven-member medical team, approved the report. On 20 June 2025, the Lungu family announced their decision to bury the late former president Edgar Lungu in Johannesburg, South Africa, rather than at Zambia's Embassy Park. Continued disagreements with the Zambian government led to the decision, according to family lawyer Makebi Zulu. This caused the cancellation of the Zambian government's plans for a state funeral in Lusaka. The family's unwillingness to return the remains was due to their insistence on excluding President Hakainde Hichilema from the funeral. Hichilema, Lungu's longstanding political adversary, said on 20 June 2025 that the family blocked all governmental attempts to provide a decent state funeral. The family's hostility comes from Hakainde Hichilema's arrest and treason charges in April 2017 during Edgar Lungu's administration. For the first time, a former president of Zambia will be buried outside his homeland. The family praised the South African government's non-intrusive and respectful approach. The family has replaced the previously scheduled nationally recognised state funeral in Lusaka with a private one in Johannesburg. Following the unsuccessful talks with the family, the Zambian government officially ended the mourning period on 19 June 2025. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
TMS observes rising demand for Contract Staffing as Client's opt for Flexible Workforce with Statutory Compliance
India PR Distribution Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 19: As Contract Staffing business gains momentum across sectors like Logistics, Retail, Manufacturing, and Service Industries, Team Management Services (TMS) is drawing attention to a crucial--but often overlooked--dimension of this Manpower strategy: Statutory Compliance. With businesses are turning to temporary and project-based hiring to stay Agile amid shifting market conditions, Team Management Services (TMS) reports a steady increase in the demand for Structured & Compliance focused Contract Staffing solutions. Companies are no longer viewing contract staffing solely as a cost-cutting measure. Instead, it's being embraced as a deliberate workforce strategy--one that allows organizations to respond quickly to seasonal demands, geographic expansion, and short-term projects. However, Team Management Services (TMS) has observed that in the rush to scale up flexible workforce, many organizations inadvertently expose themselves to legal and reputational risks. "Contract staffing offers immense flexibility, but it doesn't eliminate regulatory obligations," said Vishakha Bhosale, HR Leader at TMS. "We've seen that companies often underestimate the complexity of labor laws for short-term hires--whether it's PF, ESI, Professional Tax, or minimum wage compliance. Additionally, many clients are not clear in their understanding about other Labour laws such as Payment of Bonus, Leaves, Overtime and even Maternity, when it comes to Temporary or Fixed Duration Contract Employees" This complexity becomes even more pronounced for businesses operating across multiple states, where statutory requirements vary and documentation must be meticulously managed. As a result, conversations between Companies and Staffing Service providers are evolving--moving beyond headcount fulfillment to detailed discussions around onboarding systems, audit-readiness, and regulatory transparency. Team Management Services (TMS), a leading 3rd Party Contract Staffing & Compliance Outsourcing service provider across India, supports businesses by handling the end-to-end Statutory Compliance lifecycle. From managing documentation and payroll to ensuring audit preparedness, the company helps clients remain focused on their core operations without falling foul of labor regulations. In conclusion, as businesses continue to expand and engage contract resources, it has become increasingly imperative for organizations to exercise due diligence in selecting a reliable and competent Contract Staffing Service Provider. Partnering with a vendor that prioritizes Comprehensive Statutory Compliance is not merely a regulatory necessity but a crucial safeguard against potential legal disputes, labour inspections, and financial liabilities. A well-chosen Staffing Service Provider ensures that all applicable labour laws are meticulously adhered to, thereby mitigating the risk of fines, penalties, or adverse actions from government authorities. Failure to meet these compliance requirements can result in reputational damage, operational disruptions, and significant financial repercussions for the client company. By aligning with a Contract Staffing vendor that possesses a thorough understanding of legal obligations and maintains a proactive approach to compliance management, companies can fortify themselves against regulatory challenges while fostering a stable and legally sound workforce. About TMS: Team Management Services (TMS) is an India-based HR solutions company offering Contract Staffing, IT Staffing, Staff Augmentation, HR Outsourcing, Govt. Apprentice Schemes and Talent Acquisition Services across diverse sectors. With a strong focus on operational excellence and Statutory Compliance, TMS enables organizations to build scalable, flexible, and compliant workforces.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
NWKRTC staff can now use Vayavya Snehi app for employment services
Hubballi: NWKRTC employees can now access various employment-related details on their smartphones. The 'Vayavya Snehi' mobile app provides a convenient platform to view monthly salary statements, track provident fund contributions, and monitor voluntary provident fund investments. Additionally, staff members can check their leave balance status instantly through this digital solution. The app streamlines administrative processes and reduces paperwork, making it easier for both officers and employees to manage their employment records. Users can download their salary slips directly from the app, eliminating the need to visit the accounts department. The provident fund statements are updated regularly, allowing staff to track their retirement savings. This digital initiative aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of employment information. The app's user-friendly interface ensures that all staff members, regardless of their technical expertise, can navigate through different sections easily. The leave management feature helps employees plan their time off by providing real-time information about their leave balance. This initiative demonstrates NWKRTC's commitment to embracing technology for improving employee services and operational efficiency. The app serves as a one-stop solution for accessing essential employment-related information and documents. The organisation plans to expand the app's functionality in the future to include more features and services. This digital transformation aligns with modern workplace practices. The app also ensures secure access to personal employment information through proper authentication measures. Priyanga M, managing director, NWKRTC, said the staff members are encouraged to download the Vayavya Snehi from authorised platforms and register using their registered mobile number and password. The organisation will provide necessary support and guidance to help employees familiarise themselves with the app's features. Regular updates and improvements will be implemented based on user feedback and organisational requirements. She also added that starting July 1, employees can submit their PF and GPF loan advance applications exclusively through the mobile application, as the manual submission process will be discontinued. Staff members will have the convenience of tracking their application status and loan disbursement timelines directly through the app, eliminating the need to visit offices or depend on officials for updates.
Economic Times
14-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Employee gets appraisal after one year but gets shock of his life when he looks at his salary
A deeply disillusioned professional took to Reddit's Indian Workplace community to vent about a distressing experience that left them emotionally shattered and financially frustrated. Their warning was simple yet powerful—avoid working for family-owned businesses, particularly the kind often called " Lala companies ," where decisions are often arbitrary and heavily skewed in favor of the individual had been employed at such a firm for over a year, patiently enduring difficult circumstances with the hope that annual appraisal season might bring some reward. When the time finally arrived, the increase they received was a meager Rs 1,200. Although clearly underwhelming, they tried to find solace in the idea that any increment, however small, was still progress. They convinced themselves to stay optimistic, choosing to focus on the fact that at least their salary was technically on the what followed turned that small relief into utter disappointment. It came to light that the company had failed to deduct Provident Fund (PF) contributions for years. Instead of acknowledging their error or offering a fair solution, management decided to retroactively deduct Rs 1,800 from the employee's next paycheck to "rectify" the mistake. With the increment at Rs 1,200 and the deduction being ₹1,800, the net impact on the new salary was a decrease of Rs 600. What was supposed to be an appraisal turned into a financial setback , making the situation feel both absurd and deeply post quickly gained traction on Reddit, resonating with many others who had experienced similar forms of exploitation. Numerous users chimed in with their own horror stories and harsh critiques of such workplaces. One commenter was shocked by the insultingly low increment and urged the original poster to start searching for a new job immediately, calling such firms abusive and user shared their ordeal of being offered a job with absolutely no salary hike and even having ₹1,000 held back from each monthly payment, to be paid out only after a year. Yet another added that their current position in a mid-sized pharmaceutical company—also run in a similar family-dominated manner—was plagued by incompetent leadership. Their manager, described as toxic and intellectually lacking, maintained job security simply because of a long-standing relationship with the owner, rather than actual merit.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Employee gets appraisal after one year but gets shock of his life when he looks at his salary
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A deeply disillusioned professional took to Reddit's Indian Workplace community to vent about a distressing experience that left them emotionally shattered and financially frustrated. Their warning was simple yet powerful—avoid working for family-owned businesses, particularly the kind often called " Lala companies ," where decisions are often arbitrary and heavily skewed in favor of the individual had been employed at such a firm for over a year, patiently enduring difficult circumstances with the hope that annual appraisal season might bring some reward. When the time finally arrived, the increase they received was a meager Rs 1,200. Although clearly underwhelming, they tried to find solace in the idea that any increment, however small, was still progress. They convinced themselves to stay optimistic, choosing to focus on the fact that at least their salary was technically on the what followed turned that small relief into utter disappointment. It came to light that the company had failed to deduct Provident Fund (PF) contributions for years. Instead of acknowledging their error or offering a fair solution, management decided to retroactively deduct Rs 1,800 from the employee's next paycheck to "rectify" the mistake. With the increment at Rs 1,200 and the deduction being ₹1,800, the net impact on the new salary was a decrease of Rs 600. What was supposed to be an appraisal turned into a financial setback , making the situation feel both absurd and deeply post quickly gained traction on Reddit, resonating with many others who had experienced similar forms of exploitation. Numerous users chimed in with their own horror stories and harsh critiques of such workplaces. One commenter was shocked by the insultingly low increment and urged the original poster to start searching for a new job immediately, calling such firms abusive and user shared their ordeal of being offered a job with absolutely no salary hike and even having ₹1,000 held back from each monthly payment, to be paid out only after a year. Yet another added that their current position in a mid-sized pharmaceutical company—also run in a similar family-dominated manner—was plagued by incompetent leadership. Their manager, described as toxic and intellectually lacking, maintained job security simply because of a long-standing relationship with the owner, rather than actual merit.
